Saint Patrick’s journey to sainthood is certainly one of the most beloved and fun to celebrate at the same time.

Read below and discover this Resource Roundup: St. Patrick’s Day Edition for some ideas to help your students learn about this popular saint and enjoy his feast day this March in the Catholic classroom.

Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland by Tomie dePaola

This is a great read aloud to give students an introduction to St. Patrick’s story with beautiful pictures. I also love how it includes various legends told around his life as well. Get your copy HERE. (affiliate link) Here are a few discussion questions to ask after you read St. Patrick’s story:

*Do you think it was easy for Patrick to forgive the people who had enslaved him?

*How do you think he felt when he returned to Ireland as a priest?

*How can we follow St. Patrick’s example of faith today?

Facts and Reflection Booklet

This printable contains the story of St. Patrick and activities to help children reflect on his life. It also focuses on his teaching of the Holy Trinity using the shamrock.

For older students (grades 2^nd-5^th), this writing unit includes a mini poster with facts about Saint Patrick and a more in-depth writing lesson on how students can apply his virtues in their own lives.

Patrick Facts and Prayer Video

This YouTube video gives facts about Saint Patrick and also includes an Irish Blessing that you can say together in honor of his feast day. Bonus – includes beautiful scenery from Ireland!

Celebrate Saint Patrick and Irish Culture!

Consider having a celebration in honor of St. Patrick! Learn about Irish culture by playing traditional music, encouraging your students to wear green, sharing Irish food, etc. This bingo game is a great party activity that includes images from both the story of the saint and the celebration of Ireland.

Learn More About the Holy Trinity

Check out this Holy Trinity and Glory Be Packet for printable crafts, role-playing activities, and more to help students understand the Holy Trinity more deeply and practice praying and writing the Glory Be prayer.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! For more ways to celebrate this day, be sure to check out the St. Patrick’s Day tab in my TpT Store.

Looking for new ways to celebrate the Blessed Mother this Spring? Read 5 Ways to Celebrate Mary in the Classroom this May for some fresh ideas!

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